Cure in Japanese
"cure" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.
4 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "cure". The most common choice is shown first.
Top pick
heal, cure
Reading: ryou
17 strokes
Where it comes from
Combines 'illness' (疒) with 'fire' (尞), originating from ancient treatment methods of curing disease with fire.
What it carries
Symbolizes treatment, healing, and recovery. Represents liberation from illness and the process of regaining health.
Related kanji for "cure"
cure
yu
Composed of illness and phonetic. Illness healing.
cure
kyou
Composed of arrow and tall. Making arrow tall and straight.
cure
ji · peaceful, wisdom
Composed of water and platform. Governing water.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Japanese kanji for cure?
The most common kanji for "cure" is 療, read as ryou. It means heal, cure. Related kanji: 癒 (cure), 矯 (cure), 治 (cure).
How many strokes does 療 have?
療 has 17 strokes.